My Fit Foods 3 Day Challenge: Day 1

All of my meals and snacks for 3 Days

Day One went great!  I was surprised at how delicious the food was.  As usual, the night time was the hardest...that's when I want to snack.  My Fit Foods encourages you to eat every 2-3 hours.  I got off to a late start so some of my meals were closer together.  Three meals plus two snacks.  I stuck to that, but replaced one of their snacks with a yogurt because I felt I was eating too much.  I drank water at every meal and throughout the day, except at afternoon snack time I drank a Pellegrino Limonata and a cup of hot tea before bed.

I'm kicking myself for not taking more pictures so you can see the food, but when food is in front of me, taking a picture is that last thing on my mind.

WW = Weight Watchers Point Value

8:30 a.m. - Breakfast: Cran Apple Oatmeal
"Organic gluten free steel cut oats, apples, cinnamon, cranberries, walnuts, and a kick of protein powder combined for the perfect start to your day."  One size only. (Gluten Free)
Cost $4.85/WW 10 Points/380 calories

Black coffee

11:00 a.m. - Snack: Activia Light Yogurt (Not MFF)
My Fit Foods sells Greek yogurt, but I don't really like Greek Yogurt.  I replaced with Strawberry Activia Light yogurt.
Cost $0.55/WW 2 Points/70 calories

12:00 p.m. - Lunch: Gimme More Chicken Wrap
"Finely chopped chicken breast, Greek yogurt, a touch of real mayonnaise, chopped celery, dried cranberries and tarragon wrapped in a spinach wrap leaving you screaming for more.  Served with apples and orange slices."  One size only.
$4.00/WW 9 Points/390 calories

Delish!

3:00 p.m. - Snack: Picnic Time
"Fuji apple slices, almonds, dried cranberries, grapes, gluten free nut crackers, and Monterey Jack cheese."  One size only. (Gluten Free)
$4.00/WW 8 Points/310 calories

San Pellegrino Limonata: 90 calories

6:30 p.m. - Dinner: Denyse's Killuh Chili
"This southwest delight has lean ground turkey combined with tomatoes, black beans, celery, bell peppers and the perfect blend of healthy spices."  (Gluten Free and Spicy)
Size Small:  $6.85/WW 5 Points/200 calories

9:00 p.m. - Cup of hot green tea, no sweetner (Not MFF)

Total Spent for day:  $20.25
Total WW Points:  34 (I'm supposed to get 26/day)...but I can deduct 5 points for gym = 29
Total Calories:  1440  My goal when losing weight is 1200...but I burned about 300 at gym = 1,140
Activity:  Elliptical at high intensity for 30 minutes


My Review:  I thought the oatmeal was delicious.  I've read online reviews that people thought it was bland or slimey, but I loved it!  I even ate it cold like they suggested.  It reminded me of bread pudding.  My only complaint about it was the size.  It doesn't come in various portion options so I felt like it was a lot for me.  I actually didn't eat all of it for breakfast, but later in the day when I was feeling weak I finished it!  The lunch was AWESOME.  I would definitely buy again.  Dinner was also good, but I could have eaten much more.  It was a little spicy too which I loved!  My Fit Foods eliminates carbs at dinner, which of course is my weakness.  I really wanted some crackers to go with my chili, but I refrained.  One last complaint is that the apple slices both in my lunch and snack were VERY lemony.  I'm guessing they put lemon juice on them so they don't brown???  I'm sure I'll get used to it, but it really changed the taste of the apple.

My Fit Foods 3 Day Challenge

Has anyone else tried My Fit Foods?  It's not anything new...just new to me.  A few things I've heard about them from friends is that some, not all of the food is good, it's quick and easy, great for a working professional and ideal for those needing help with portion control.  Me, me, me!  I know how much I'm supposed to eat, I just have no self control.

Anyway, I bought three days worth of food picked out for me by a MFF staff member and am doing a "3-Day Challenge."  They encourage and advertise doing a 21-Day challenge.  With that option you meet with one of their nutritionists to create a customized plan, however a 3-Day is a good start for me!  I'm curious to see how effective it is on helping me lose weight.  Quick rundown of other diets I've tried:

Jenny Craig:  great way to jump start your weight loss, but you have to pay membership fees and attend weekly weigh-ins, it's not sustainable (are you going to eat JC food forever), and since the meals are frozen they are full of preservatives.

Weight Watchers:  this plan is a great way to stick with weight loss since it teaches you to eat "real" food.  Cons are that you also pay a membership fee. 

I'm still a Weight Watchers member (loser member), but wanted a little kickstart to get me motivated.  I get motivated when I see instant success and am trying something new!

My Fit Foods doesn't require a membership and isn't a "diet plan."  It's just healthy food portioned for you.  They sell breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks.  Most meals come in small (for females), medium (for males) and large (for superhumans, I guess).  Many of the meal options are gluten free, dairy free and/or soy free.  They are diabetic friendly and even have vegan and vegetarian options.

I'm anxious to see if I will have any success doing this.  I'm also working out and tracking what the meals equate to in Weight Watchers terms, caloric intake, hunger levels and pounds lost throughout the process. 

Join me in my journey!  Tomorrow I will post on how Day 1 went. 


FYI, My Fit Foods did not pay me in any way for these reviews.  These are my opinions only. 

I've Had It!

I'm truly disgusted with myself.  I let myself gain 12 pounds over the course of a few months!  My excuse at the time was that I was allowed to cut myself some freedom from the gym and slack in regards to diet because...

...we're so busy packing.  I'll get back on it once we move
...we're so busy unpacking.  I'll get back on it once we are settled
...I'm so tired from all of this packing and unpacking.  I deserve a Starbucks coffee and treat.
...we're so busy decorating.  I'll get back to it once the house is finished.

Well folks, I've reached my limit.  Is a house ever truly "finished?"  Am I ever not busy?  If I wait any longer I will need a whole new wardrobe.  I even know all of the fancy tricks.  Wear dresses and Spanx and stretchy workout gear on the weekend.  Then you don't realize how fat you are. 

Unfortunately, I will never be the girl who doesn't have to watch what she eats.  And I will never be the girl who doesn't have to workout. 

I hate being this girl! 

Once I reach my tipping point though, which is evidently 12 pounds and super tight pants, I will do something about it.  I joined the gym right by our new house and am trying to improve my diet.  In order for me to be successful, I have to fully jump in right way to something to distract myself from failing, so hello...

...Couch 2 5K
...My Fit Foods

Giving both of these a try currently and will report back.  (I know how to workout and eat right on my own, but it's so, so, so boring).  Food and workout programs are my answer.  Which is why over the course of my life, I've tried so many different types!  Maybe I have a mild case of ADD.

Any tips, advice or experience with either of these programs?

And because laughing burns calories:

August 2012 Birchbox Review Vlog

Being new to the "vlogging" world I'm learning a few things:
-  I need a new program so I can edit!  Sorry this Vlog drags on and bless you if you watch the entire thing.
-  I need to improve my lighting situation
-  I kiss my dog way too much
-  I need to stop talking in my "baby voice" when talking to Tucker

With that said, enoy! 

...And I promise, I have sweet, happy chihuhua.  He just doesn't like to be woken up and pulled out of the covers...this was very late at night last Friday.  I'm a night owl, but no one else in my family is.

Treat. Yo. Self. 2012

Love this!  Who is with me???

Now we just have to pick the day...

The Liebster Award

I was so excited to be included for the Liebster Award from Cat of The Simmonds and the Suburbs!  Cat is one of my favorite new bloggers to follow.  She is precious, sweet has an amazing taste in music and is a Texan...wish she lived in Houston though.  I feel like we would get together tons and really hit it off.  You must go check out her blog! 

The Liebster (meaning sweetheart or darling) Award is given to up and coming bloggers who have less than 200 followers.

The Rules!

Each person must post 11 facts about themselves

..and answer the 11 questions that are tagged for them

...and list the 11 bloggers you nominate

...and make up your own 11 questions to ask your nominees

Facts about me:

1.  I'm a Christian

2.  I'm a Taurus

3.  I always choose french when I get a pedicure.  If it get color on my toes, I always regret it.

4.  I'm a feminist, but not in a crazy, no shaving way

5.  I won "Greek Woman of the Year" in college for my involvement in the school and my sorority

6.  I used to show Tibetan Spaniels in dog shows

7.  I can't fall asleep without putting chapstick on first

8.  I have a fur baby (chihuahua) named Tucker who is nine.  Had him since he was a pup.

9.  I loved being a waitress in college

10.  One of my favorite smells is the smell of Lululemon...the store and the clothes.  I suppose it's the fabric they use.  Walk into one and you will understand.  I love it!

11. The movie Premonition (Sandra Bullock) made me sob for hours.  Our family now calls it "premonition crying" when someone sobs uncontrollably. 

Questions for me:

1. Who is your favorite musician/singer?  Coldplay

2. What college did you go to, what was your major?  University of North Texas, majoring in Communications Studies (minor in Women's Studies).  Also went to Houston Baptist University for an MBA.

3. Do you know who Lauren Bacall is? Of course!  Gorgeous actress who was married to Humphrey Bogart.

4. When entertaining, what is the most important factor to your event?  That your guests are comfortable.  And to have good food!

5. What is your home decor theme/style?  What would you call it...Contemporary Parisian chic...totally just made that up, but it works. 

6. What are your pet peeves?  When people ask why we don't have children yet and tell us we need to hurry up. 

7. Have you ever been to the symphony?  Yes, the Houston Symphony several times...Jason and I really enjoy it, but often forget about it!

8. How many times have you gotten a speeding ticket?  Far too many to admit.  I have a lead foot, but have slowed down since getting a company car. 

9. Where is the most interesting place you have visited?  Amsterdam

10. What is your holiday schedule like with your husband/BF?  Just watch the movie Four Christmases with Reese Witherspoon and Vince Vaughn.

11. How/why did you start blogging?  Sad to admit, but I started blogging when I started my masters.  I had to sit in class for 4 hours at night after work...4 hours late at night is intense!  I always had my computer in front of me and my BFF/classmate was a blogger.  I got the itch to start one like her plus it gave me something to do in class when I started falling asleep...or wanted to put off my homework!  My bad habit stuck and now I only do it at appropriate times.  And yes, I completed the program!

My nominees:

1.  Allison, Dish with Swish

2.  Ashley, Newlyweds & Nesting

3.  Darcy, The Stingeries

4.  Jen, Cash Cowan

5.  Jessica, Jackson's Lane

6.  Kristen, Fit 2 Feel Better

7. Laura, Life in La La's Land

8.  Meagan, The Life and Times of Preslie

9.  Melissa, The Bufe Family

10.  Sara, That's Sara, No H

11.  Vanessa, Sunflower State of Mind

The questions for my nominees:

1.  How/why did you start blogging?

2.  How do you cheer yourself up after a bad day?

3.  Favorite book or author?

4.  Favorite musician/singer?

5.  Beauty product you can't live without?

6.  What is one of your pet peeves?

7.  If you could travel anywhere in the world, where would you go?

8.  What would you tell a younger you?

9.  What was your first job after college and are you still doing it?

10.  Favorite flower?

11.  What would your theme song be?

Hope you have a wonderful week! 

Thanks for stopping by,

Chelsea

Spice Up Your Life

Loving the Olympic Closing ceremonies!  I think they are better than the Opening, but I really loved those too.  sorry critics!

Spice Girls reunion was the best ever.  You can't get much cooler than dancing and singing on top of a car singing "Shake it the Left."  They all look amazing! 

Took me back to 2008 (was it really that long) when the HBU Admissions Crew dressed up as the Spice Girls to play softball at a Baptist University conference...weird, I know. 

Sarah as Sporty

Ashley as Ginger

Ed as Scary...after John chickened out...such a trooper!

Page as Baby

Your truly as Posh...never leaving character.

We even rehearsed for hours in the car driving from Houston to Arkansas.  Picture it: "if you wanna be my lover" at a Baptist university conference.

Time for a reunion kids!